2013 PhD Studentship at University of Helsinki in Finland

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The Institute of Biotechnology & Biomedicum Helsinki, University of Helsinki offers a PhD Studentship. Studentship is offered to work on projects studying how the cellular information flow is altered in cancer. Highly motivated student who are enthusiastic about the prospect of driving forefront research in an inter disciplinary environment are encouraged to apply for the position. Strong background in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology or informatics is essential for the applicants.

Study Subject(s): PhD studentship is offered to work on projects studying how the cellular information flow is altered in cancer.Course Level: This position is available for pursuing PhD degree at The Institute of Biotechnology & Biomedicum Helsinki, University of Helsinki. Scholarship Provider: University of Helsinki, FinlandScholarship can be taken at: Finland

Eligibility: Highly motivated student who is enthusiastic about the prospect of driving forefront research in an in-ter disciplinary environment is encouraged to apply. A strong background in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology or informatics is an essential. Preliminary experience in cancer biology is considered advantageous, but not necessary. Good written and spoken English as well as the desire to work in a highly team-oriented environment are required.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students of Finland can apply for this PhD studentship.

Scholarship Description: The Institute of Biotechnology & Biomedicum Helsinki, University of Helsinki has position open for a PhD student to work on projects studying how the cellular information flow is altered in cancer. The project focuses on using quantitative proteomics (mass spectrometry) and computational methods (network analysis & modeling) to identify the molecular context and dynamics of cancer-linked proteins – both in cell culture models and in patient samples. The position is located at Varjosalo laboratory in the Institute of Biotechnology. BI is an independent research institute located at the Viikki Campus, where it forms part of the largest national life sciences alliance in Finland. The Institute provides excellent facilities to conduct interdisciplinary research in bio- chemistry and molecular biology.

Number of Awards: Not Known

Duration of Awards: Not Known

What does it cover: Not Known

How to Apply: For further information about the open positions, please contact Group Leader Markku Varjosalo (markku.varjosalo(at)helsinki.fi). Applications are accepted until March 15th. Please note that the inter-view process begins as soon as a competitive application is received and the place can be filled immediately after a suitable candidate has been found.Please send your application, CV, study transcript and contact information of two references as a single document (pdf) to markku.varjosalo(at)helsinki.fi

Scholarship Application deadline: Applications are accepted until March 15th.

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